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From: ST102272@BROWNVM.BROWN.EDU (Apple Defender)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.apple2
Subject: New Apple II generation
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Date: 18 Nov 90 19:04:59 GMT
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From reading the messages on this board, it seems like everyone would want the
Apple II line to continue living.

Apple II users seem quite established and devoted to their machines.  I would
like to know the feasibility of taking the Apple II line off Apple's hands.
Would it be possible to create a machine (like the IIGS) without too many legal
complications (no copyright/patent law suits)?

If this is possible, I might assemble a groups of programmers and developers to
create and market this new machine.  It would basically be a IIGS upgraded to
modern standards.

The compatiblity with the IIE would be improved.  SCSI, 4 Meg memory, ENSONIQ
sound, 15-25 Megahertz microprocessor would be built in.  Also, it would have
an improved tool box and more efficient software, which would run all the
goodies currently available (like Pagemaker).  Basically, I'd like to built a
II with the power and flexibility of a Mac, for about 1000 or so, everything
included (printer, monitor, hard drive, etc.)

Do you think this is possible, or would Apple let me do it?


Seeking Advice,

Apple Defender.